We have three discussion groups meeting on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Both Current Affairs 1 and Current Affairs 2 discuss multiple topics in each session. News Group discusses reports in the previous week’s newspapers.
Current Affairs 1
Leader: Malcolm Brahams
Between 30 and 35 members meet for an hour’s discussion on topics ranging from the BBC to Covid policy, and from party politics to the future of the UK, as well as the conflicts in Ukraine and Middle East. They also discuss matters of more local interest, such as the future of the Hippodrome, and occasionally indulge in gossip about the Royal Family.
To enliven their activities, a guest is occasionally invited to lead the discussion. The photo shows Sarah Sackman (MP for Finchley & Golders Green) addressing the group shortly before the 2024 election
- Where: The Leo Baeck Hall, NW Reform Synagogue Alyth Gardens NW11 7EN
- When: Wednesday 11.45am – 12.45 pm
- Frequency: Fortnightly (alternate weeks to Current Affairs 2)
Current Affairs 2
Leader: Marion Godfrey
A lively group discussion of global events and current topics which touch all of us.
- Where: Member’s home
- When: Wednesday 3.30–4.45 pm
- Frequency: Fortnightly (alternating with Current Affairs 1)
News Group
Leader: Simon Sackman
What the Papers say. Come along and meet other members to discuss reports in the previous week’s newspapers in a relaxed, yet lively, atmosphere. Bring some recent newspaper cuttings that you would like to discuss with the group.
- Where: Member’s home
- When: Thursday 10.30 am – 12.00 pm
- Frequency: Fortnightly